Applications
The largest use of DME is currently (2010) as substitute for propane in LPG used as fuel in household and industry. The largest use of DME for this purpose is in China. DME has two other primary applications: as a propellant in aerosol canisters, and as a precursor to dimethyl sulfate. As an aerosol propellant, DME is useful as a somewhat polar solvent. It can also be used as a refrigerant.
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